The Stevens Transport Roadside Radio Podcast - Episode 196

Okay, before we pump the brakes on episode 196, a bit of a safety reminder for you.

You know, your phone, your power tools, your tablets, and other battery-powered devices are part of everyday life.

The way you charge them matters, too.

So, for Fire Prevention Week, Stevens Transport is sharing a few simple charging habits worth remembering, whether you are in the truck... at the terminal or in the office.

Got a cheap charger? Don't chance it.

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or the one approved by the manufacturer to limit chances of a fire.

How about a soft surface? That's a hard pass.

Charge devices on a hard, flat surface like a table, a desk, or a bare floor if you have to.

Is your device fully charged? Well then it's time to unplug.

Disconnect devices once they have finished charging.

For your tools or your e-bikes, charge it outside because large items like power tools or e-bikes and scooters should be charged outside whenever possible to mitigate the heat from the charging.

If it feels hot, no matter what you're charging, stop using it.

If a device becomes very hot, if it swells, smells strange or leaks, smokes or unusual sounds are coming out of it, just stop using it.

This week and every week, use your charging superpowers to make smart charging habits part of the routine.

And this is just a friendly reminder for National Fire Prevention Week.

Okay, before we pump the brakes on episode 196, a bit of a safety reminder for you.

You know, your phone, your power tools, your tablets, and other battery-powered devices are part of everyday life.

The way you charge them matters, too.

So, for Fire Prevention Week, Stevens Transport is sharing a few simple charging habits worth remembering, whether you are in the truck... at the terminal or in the office.

Got a cheap charger? Don't chance it.

Use the cord and charger that came with your device or the one approved by the manufacturer to limit chances of a fire.

How about a soft surface? That's a hard pass.

Charge devices on a hard, flat surface like a table, a desk, or a bare floor if you have to.

Is your device fully charged? Well then it's time to unplug.

Disconnect devices once they have finished charging.

For your tools or your e-bikes, charge it outside because large items like power tools or e-bikes and scooters should be charged outside whenever possible to mitigate the heat from the charging.

If it feels hot, no matter what you're charging, stop using it.

If a device becomes very hot, if it swells, smells strange or leaks, smokes or unusual sounds are coming out of it, just stop using it.

This week and every week, use your charging superpowers to make smart charging habits part of the routine.

And this is just a friendly reminder for National Fire Prevention Week.